Royce Kirkie, 35, was convicted of conspiracy and distribution of a controlled substance in connection with incidents that occurred in Buffalo County, S.D., between February 13, 2011, and April 20, 2011.

According to court documents, Kirkie conspired with another individual to distribute and possess with intent to distribute marijuana during this time period. On April 13, 2011, Kirkie distributed marijuana, earning him a second charge.

U.S. Attorney Brendan V. Johnson announced the sentence, which was handed down by U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange on March 19, 2013.

Kirkie will serve 37 months on each count, with the sentences to run concurrently. He will also be required to pay $200 to the Victim Assistance Fund as part of his sentence.

The investigation into Kirkie’s activities was led by the Northern Plains Safe Trails Drug Enforcement Task Force, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Kathryn N. Rich handling the prosecution.

Kirkie was immediately taken into custody by the U.S. Marshal after the sentencing.

The case serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to combat marijuana distribution and related crimes in our region.

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